One-Handed Backhand Guide: How to Hit with Proper Technique, Pro Tips, & Common Mistakes
In the last 50 years the backhand has evolved from a predominantly one-handed stroke to a two-handed.
However, the last decade has seen a resurgence of the one handed backhand at the top of the game demonstrating that a good one-handed backhand can be as effective or even more effective than a two handed backhand.
The goal of this guide is to help you understand and improve your one-handed backhand so that you can take your game to the next level.
We will explore the following concepts:
- One-Handed Topspin Backhand Technique & Fundamentals
- Pro Tips to Improve Your One-Handed Backhand
- Common Mistakes on the One-Handed Backhand
ONE-HANDED TOPSPIN BACKHAND TECHNIQUE & FUNDAMENTALS
The reason the one-handed topspin backhand is so challenging to master is because it requires perfect timing and stroke mechanics.
While on the two-handed backhand you have the non-dominant hand to help you adjust for late hits or situation where you missed the ideal contact point, on the one-handed backhand you do not have that luxury.
Your perception, timing and footwork have to be spot on to hit a good shot. The following slider will help you visualize the mechanics of a solid stroke.
Now that you have seen the various segments of the shot, let’s review the proper grip, technique, and fundamentals for this groundstroke.
